1990 Citroen BX vs. 2002 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2002 TVR Tamora is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen BX would be higher. At 3,604 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 TVR Tamora weights approximately 130 kg more than 1990 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 TVR Tamora is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 TVR Tamora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 TVR Tamora (380 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 2002 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Citroen | TVR |
| Model | BX | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 65 L |
